Posted in Medical Malpractice on August 18, 2015

Not all hospitals are the same. In fact, one recent study showed patients who undergo common surgeries are safer at busy hospitals that perform the procedures regularly. Hospital surgical volume matters An article published in U.S. News and World report has shed the light on a little-known surgical risk: inexperience. Extrapolating data from Medicare...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Drug & Medical Devices, Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice, Workplace Injuries and Claims on May 28, 2015

  Elk & Elk Attorneys to Present at NBI Seminar In the field of personal injury law, it is essential for attorneys and other legal professionals to possess a basic understanding of the human anatomy, types of injuries and common treatment options. An upcoming National Business Institute live seminar featuring presentations from three Elk & Elk attorneys...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice on April 15, 2015

Forgetting or choosing not to take your medicine is never a good idea, but for injured clients, it’s imperative to follow their medical provider’s care plan. In both personal injury and medical malpractice claims, the validity of an injury may come into doubt if you don’t follow up with your doctor and adhere to...

Posted in Drug & Medical Devices, Medical Malpractice on October 28, 2014

For millions of Americans, staying in a long-term healthcare facility means an increased risk of developing bedsores. Also known as pressure ulcers, these skin lesions can cause serious and painful infections of the skin, bones and joints. Complications can include tissue and nerve damage, organ failure and even cancer. The best way to prevent...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on August 28, 2014

Although some birth defects occur due chromosomal abnormalities or genetics, others can birth injuries, which are the result of poor prenatal care or medical malpractice. Your baby may suffer from lifelong physical, emotional and mental issues as a result of the negligence of a healthcare provider that you trusted. In such a case, working...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on July 25, 2014

http://youtu.be/VCI6JJ92EgQ?list=UU-L5izB-eqGewHuHeOIa6jA Personal Injury Attorney Arthur Elk recounts the tragic story of a young boy who died due to a doctor's failure to properly diagnose a serious medical condition. As a parent, one of the worst things that can happen is for one of your children to suffer through a serious injury or harm. It’s devastating...

Posted in Drug & Medical Devices, Medical Malpractice on June 17, 2014

All artificial hip replacements carry some risks, including wear of the component parts, breakage of the device itself, and risk of adverse side effects such as nerve damage or joint pain. These risks can increase if the hip replacement procedure is not performed properly. For this reason, if you feel pain or other side...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on June 2, 2014

The first time I saw the Google Glass, I was positively captivated. The possibilities for this wearable computer with an optical display and camera seemed endless. As technology has become exceedingly pervasive, it’s no surprise that the health care industry has been keen to adopt new innovations. From beeping pulse oximeters to robots performing...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Medical Malpractice on May 29, 2014

http://youtu.be/dKkjXq4ZdJM   Ohio attorney Mindy Elk Fisher explains why paralegals are an integral part of your legal team. It’s not uncommon to hear attorneys talk about their accomplishments and boast how they can win your case with wildly successful results. However, the truth is, your personal injury case is a team effort – with...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on May 16, 2014

http://youtu.be/X6Iu3WVOE5Y Ohio medical malpractice attorney Jay Kelley recalls a case in which a woman who chose a simple outpatient procedure to avoid a long hospitalization, but poor communication by the medical team led to a horrible outcome.   Often in medical malpractice cases, the two sides of the claim do not see eye to eye....